Excellence Football Academy
Our Team

Coaching Staff

World-class coaches dedicated to developing the next generation of football talent.

Meet Our Experts

Every coach brings elite-level experience, UEFA certifications, and a passion for player development.

CM

Carlos Mendez

Director of Coaching

UEFA Pro License

22 years coaching, former La Liga youth coach

Technical DevelopmentTactical PeriodizationPlayer Pathway Design
JT

James Thompson

Head of Youth Development

UEFA A License

18 years, FA Youth Coach of the Year 2019

Youth PsychologyLong-term DevelopmentScouting
SO

Sarah Okafor

Head of Fitness & Conditioning

NSCA-CSCS, UEFA B License

15 years, former Premier League S&C coach

Strength & PowerInjury PreventionNutrition Planning
DV

Dmitri Volkov

Goalkeeping Coach

UEFA Goalkeeping A License

20 years, former professional goalkeeper

Shot-stoppingDistributionDecision-making
LO

Liam O'Connor

Head Coach — U15/U18

UEFA A License

14 years, led teams to 3 national youth finals

Match AnalysisSet PiecesLeadership Training
KT

Kenji Tanaka

Head Coach — U11/U14

UEFA B License, Sports Science Degree

12 years, J-League academy background

Skill AcquisitionSmall-sided GamesPlayer Mentoring
PS

Priya Sharma

Head of Sports Medicine

PhD Sports Physiotherapy, FIFA Diploma

16 years, worked with 3 national teams

RehabilitationConcussion ManagementPerformance Therapy
AS

Andre Silva

Head Coach — Foundation Phase

UEFA B License, FA Level 3

10 years, specialist in early childhood development

Fundamental MovementsFun EngagementParent Partnerships